Malassezia Folliculitis on the Scalp of a 12‐Year‐Old Healthy Child
Makaleler > Tam Makale · 2004
Yazarlar: Derya Aytimur, Vildan Sengöz
The Journal of Dermatology, Uluslararası, Wos, 2004, cilt 31, ss 936-938
DOI: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2004.tb00631.x
Özet
Malassezia folliculitis is a condition chracterized by itchy follicular papules and pustules with erythema. Malassezia yeasts are the pathogens in this condition. It is mainly located on the back, shoulders, and chest. Presented here is a 12-year-old boy with malassezia folliculitis on the scalp. The case was found to be worthy of presentation because it rarely occurs in childhood and is rarely located on the scalp.